From the generation which used to believe “Sports are for men”, we have reached to the society which believes “Sports are for all”. And the main reason behind this change of mindset is the contribution of those extremely talented ladies who have dedicated themselves to their favourite sports, represented India on various international platforms and returned home with victories. Here is the list of those sports women of India, who have glorified India at the international arena and stand as an inspirational material to the present day aspiring youth.
P.T.Usha – Indian Track and Field Athlete:
Ashwini Nachappa – Indian Track and Field Athlete:
Karnam Malliswari-Weightlifter (First woman in the history of Indian Olympics to win a medal):
Koneru Humpy – Chess Grandmaster:
Mc Mary Kom – Boxer:
Sania Mirza – Tennis Player:
Anjali Bhagwat – Indian Shooter:
Geeta Kumari Phogat – Freestyle Wrestler:
Mithali Raj – Cricket player:
Bula Choudhury – Swimming Champion:
Jwala Gutta – Badminton Player:
Saina Nehwal – Badminton Player:
P.V.Sindhu – Badminton Player:
Dipika Pallikal – Squash:
Deepika Kumari – Archery:
Sakshi Malik – Freestyle Wrestler:
Anju Bobby George – Athlete (Long jump and triple jump):
Arunima Sinha – Mountaineer(Amputee):
Deepa Malik – Shot Put:
Hima Das – Sprinter:
